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Fernandinho: The Man Who Changed Perceptions of Brazilians in the Premier League

Few players work as hard on the pitch as Fernandinho. After regularly covering every blade of the Etihad Stadium turf, few could blame him for skipping past the mixed zone with headphones on and heading straight home.

However, after Manchester City's 5-0 win against Burnley in October, a game where he provided a goal and an assist, the tireless 33-year-old still found time to take a few questions from reporters.

Despite finally grabbing headlines this campaign for his performances, the holding midfielder does not enjoy speaking about how he has become the glue that holds Pep Guardiola's side together.